Azyter (Azithromycin) Eye drops dosage

Instil one drop in the eye twice a day, morning and evening, for three days.

It is unnecessary to prolong treatment beyond three days.

Adherence to the dosing regimen is important for the success of treatment.

For full details on how to use the drops please read the Patient Information Leaflet.

Azyter Ingredients

The active ingredients in Azyter: Each gram of solution contains 15 mg of azithromycin dihydrate equivalent to 14.3 mg of azithromycin.

One single-dose container of 250 mg solution contains 3.75 milligrams of azithromycin dihydrate.

The inactive ingredients in Azyter: Triglycerides, medium-chain.

Please make sure you are familiar with the details contained within the Patient Information Leaflet before using this eye medication.

Azyter eye drops, solution side effects

Like other medications, Azyter may cause some people to experience side effects. These are normally mild and localised to the eye to which the medication is applied.

Symptoms may include:

• Eye discomfort (itching, burning, stinging) upon instillation
• Blurred vision
• Sticky eye sensation,

If you are worried about these symptoms or they do not improve once you have stopped using the treatment you should speak to a doctor for advice.

If you experience any severe side effects or allergic reactions including difficulty breathing, high temperature or loss of consciousness you need to see a doctor immediately.

For full details about side effects, please read the Patient Information Leaflet.

Azyter (Azithromycin) warnings

Before using Azyter (Azithromycin) eye drops please read the Patient Information Leaflet for full details of warnings and precautions

Do not use if:

• You are allergic to any of the ingredients in this product

Take special care with Azithromycin eye drops if you;

• Wear contact lenses (these should not be worn while using this treatment)
• You have severe pain in the eye
• You are sensitive to light
• If you eye is inflamed and you have a rash on your face or scalp
• Your eye looks cloudy
• The black or coloured part of the eye looks unusual
• You have an eye infection that keeps recurring

Azyter (Azithromycin) & pregnancy

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine.

Azyter (Azithromycin) and driving

Do not drive or operate machines if you have blurred vision after using Azyter. You should wait until this clears before driving or using machines.